Welcome to Ethiopia
Ethiopia, the oldest independent nation in Africa, is a land of stunning natural beauty, a rich diversity of culture and geography that will fascinate the visitor.
The welcome that comes from the mosaic of a people with over 80 different languages and as many cultures are warm and spontaneous. The attraction of Ethiopia are of world renown, and the development of the country as the foremost tourist destination in North East Africa has opened up Ethiopia to a new generation of tourists, to whom a visit to the land of the Queen of Sheba, the birthplace of the Blue Nile and the cradle of mankind was previously just a dream.
The climate is dependent on the physical terrain and its position close to the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean, but for much of the year it is warm and pleasant in low-lying areas and cool and bracing in the highlands. There are two principal seasons, rainy from June to September, (although the sun still shines on most days), and dry for the rest of the year. Just perfect for discovering the riches of Ethiopia.
Historic Atraction
Ethiopia has a heritage from the beginnings of mankind was underlined when the remains of “Lucy”, dated from 3.5 million years ago, and the 4.4 million year old Homo ramidus afarensis, man’s oldest anthropoid ancestor, were uncovered. Traders from Greece, Rome, Persia and Egypt know of the riches of what is now Ethiopia, and by the first century AD Axum was the capital of a great empire.
Natual Attraction
The natural beauty of Ethiopia amazes the first-time visitor. Ethiopia is a land of rugged mountains (some 25 are over 4000 meters high), broad Savannah, lakes, and rivers. The unique Rift Valley is a remarkable region of volcanic lakes with their famous collection of birdlife, great escarpments, and stunning vistas.
Cultural Attraction
With over 86 different ethnic groups, the cultures of our communities are prominent in our lifestyle. With traditions going back to the days of Axum, and a strong religious setting, celebrations and festivals play an important part in our daily lives.Our greatest festival is “Timket” (Epiphany), where tourists are welcome to celebrate with us.